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Bonnaroo 2026 guide: set times, lineup, tickets & tips

May 20, 2026

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Mary Callahan

Bonnaroo is one of those festivals that looks simple on paper and gets wonderfully complicated once you are on the farm. It is four days, more than 10 stages, late-night sets, campgrounds, food runs, Tennessee heat and the kind of schedule conflicts that make you rethink your entire weekend by Friday afternoon.

That’s where this guide comes in. Whether you’re going for Skrillex on Thursday, The Strokes on Friday, RÜFÜS DU SOL on Saturday, Noah Kahan on Sunday or trying to make a full weekend out of it, here’s what to know before you go to Bonnaroo 2026, including lineup highlights, set times, camping, transportation, what to pack and the small planning details that can make the difference once you’re inside Great Stage Park.

When is Bonnaroo 2026?

Bonnaroo 2026 takes place Thursday, June 11 through Sunday, June 14 at the Bonnaroo Farm in Manchester, Tennessee. The festival is held on a 700-acre farm about 60 miles southeast of Nashville, with music running across more than 10 stages through the day, into the night and in some cases into the early morning.

Bonnaroo 2026 lineup

The Bonnaroo 2026 lineup is built for fans who want a little bit of everything in one weekend. The bill spans electronic, rock, indie, hip-hop, pop, jam, soul and late-night festival chaos across four days on the farm.

The 2026 headliners are Skrillex, The Strokes, RÜFÜS DU SOL and Noah Kahan. The broader lineup also includes GRiZ, Turnstile, Teddy Swims, The Neighbourhood, Role Model, Kesha, Four Tet, Vince Staples, Clipse, Alabama Shakes, Japanese Breakfast, Modest Mouse, Wet Leg, Blood Orange, Major Lazer, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue and more.

Bonnaroo 2026 headliners

The 2026 headliners are Skrillex on Thursday, The Strokes on Friday, RÜFÜS DU SOL on Saturday and Noah Kahan on Sunday.

Thursday starts the weekend with a compact but high-energy lineup led by Skrillex, Four Tet and Vince Staples. Friday brings The Strokes, GRiZ, Turnstile, Mt. Joy, Major Lazer and Blood Orange. Saturday is stacked with RÜFÜS DU SOL, Teddy Swims, The Neighbourhood, Alabama Shakes, Chase & Status, Sara Landry and Rainbow Kitten Surprise. Sunday closes with Noah Kahan, Role Model, Kesha, Tedeschi Trucks Band, LSZEE, Clipse, Modest Mouse and Japanese Breakfast.

What are the different Bonnaroo 2026 stages?

Bonnaroo 2026 takes place across more than 10 unique stages on the farm. Stage assignments are now available on the official Bonnaroo schedule, but fans should still confirm set times in the Bonnaroo app before the festival because times are subject to change.

Centeroo is the main festival area where most of the music happens. Outeroo is the campground world around Centeroo, with its own programming, plazas and late-night energy. The 2026 schedule page also lists How Stage and The Academy as separate schedule categories, which means fans should pay attention to more than just the main daily lineup.

Since set times can overlap and stage walks take time, the easiest way to plan your weekend is to pick your must-see artists first, then note where they are playing in the official schedule. If two performances are close together, check the map before you commit to both.

Bonnaroo 2026 set times and performer locations

If you are trying to plan your day without sprinting across the farm, the most useful way to read Bonnaroo’s schedule is by time block. Music starts in the afternoon, the bigger undercard names stack up in the evening and the late-night sets can run deep into the early morning.

Bonnaroo’s main Centeroo stages for 2026 include What Stage, Which Stage, This Tent, That Tent, Other Stage and Where. The official Bonnaroo schedule also includes Outeroo programming, How Stage and The Academy, so use this as your planning guide and confirm final details in the Bonnaroo app before heading to the farm. Times are subject to change.

Thursday, June 11

Thursday is the compact opener, with all four listed Centeroo sets taking place on What Stage. Skrillex closes the night after Four Tet, Vince Staples and Spiritual Cramp.

  • Spiritual Cramp (5:30 p.m., What Stage)

  • Vince Staples (7:00 p.m., What Stage)

  • Four Tet (8:30 p.m., What Stage)

  • Skrillex (10:30 p.m., What Stage)

Friday, June 12

Friday is when Bonnaroo starts to spread across the farm, with The Strokes closing What Stage and late-night sets from Turnstile, Lil Jon, Major Lazer, Ganja White Night and INZO keeping the night going into sunrise territory.

Saturday, June 13

Saturday is the biggest conflict day, with RÜFÜS DU SOL headlining What Stage, Teddy Swims and “Weird Al” Yankovic on Which Stage, Kesha’s SuperJam in This Tent and a long late-night electronic run on Other Stage and Where.

Sunday, June 14

Sunday closes with Noah Kahan on What Stage, but the day has plenty of movement before the finale, including Kesha on Which Stage, LSZEE on Other Stage, Modest Mouse in This Tent and Mariah the Scientist in That Tent.

Pro tip: Use the SeatGeek app to compare and lock in ticket options before the festival, then switch to the official Bonnaroo app to track set times, stage assignments and any last-minute schedule changes during the weekend.

How to get to Bonnaroo

Bonnaroo takes place at the Bonnaroo Farm in Manchester, Tennessee. The festival’s GA+ welcome guide lists the site as the 700-acre Bonnaroo Farm at 1560 New Bushy Branch Road, Manchester, TN 37355, while also telling fans to follow staff and signs as they approach rather than relying only on GPS.

Most fans drive to Bonnaroo, especially if they are camping. If you are flying in, Nashville International Airport is usually the most practical airport, with Manchester located about 60 miles southeast of Nashville.

Getting there by car

Driving is the default Bonnaroo plan for a reason. Camping gear, coolers, tents and group supplies are much easier to manage with a vehicle.

The key is to know your camping or parking pass before you leave, follow official routing once you get close and expect traffic near the farm. Do not wait until you are in Manchester to figure out which entrance or campground area you are aiming for.

Parking at Bonnaroo

Bonnaroo offers a wide range of camping and parking options, including Primitive Car Camping, Glamping, RVs, Backstage Camping, Accessible Camping, Groop Camping, Community Camping and On-Site Day Parking in the Cosmic Nomads Day Parking Lot for ticketholders who are not camping.

If you are camping, your parking situation is tied to your camping pass. If you are not camping, make sure you buy the correct daily parking option and confirm where that pass allows you to enter.

Rideshare and shuttle tips

Rideshare is not as reliable at Bonnaroo as it is at a downtown arena or city festival. Manchester is a small town, and demand spikes hard when big sets end.

If you are staying off-site, coordinate transportation before the weekend starts. For groups, carpooling is usually the most practical option. Screenshot your pickup area, parking details, campground location and group meetup point before cell service gets crowded.

What to bring to Bonnaroo

June in Tennessee means heat, humidity, long walks, possible storms and late nights that can turn into early mornings. The goal is to pack for comfort without bringing anything that slows you down at entry.

  • Mobile ticket or wristband and valid ID

  • Portable phone charger or power bank

  • Empty reusable water bottle or hydration pack

  • Sunscreen in a non-aerosol container

  • Sunglasses

  • Hat or bandana

  • Earplugs

  • Light rain jacket or packable poncho

  • Comfortable, broken-in shoes

  • Small clear bag or compliant festival bag

  • Campsite essentials like a tent, sleeping bag, cooler and camp chair

  • Backup payment method

  • Screenshot of your schedule, map and camping location

Bonnaroo allows empty reusable water bottles, hydration packs, portable battery packs, personal-size hand sanitizer and non-aerosol sunscreen in Centeroo, with specific rules around sizes and containers.

Bonnaroo bag policy

In Centeroo and the main venue, small clutch purses and fanny packs 6" x 9" or smaller do not need to be clear, but can have no more than one pocket. Other bags larger than 6" x 9" must be clear and smaller than 12" x 6" x 12". Hydration packs are allowed and do not need to be clear, but they must be empty and have no more than two main compartments and one smaller compartment.

All bags are searched before entry, and Bonnaroo recommends leaving your bag behind for the quickest entry.

What not to bring to Bonnaroo

The prohibited list depends on whether you are entering the campgrounds or Centeroo, so check the official rules before packing. The following items are commonly prohibited in Centeroo or the main venue:

  • Bags that do not follow the bag policy

  • Aerosol containers

  • Coolers

  • Professional video or audio equipment

  • Professional cameras with detachable lenses longer than 2 inches, plus professional video or audio recording equipment

  • Drones

  • Hammocks

  • Inflatables

  • Glass containers

  • Illegal substances

  • Outside food or beverages, including alcohol

  • Umbrellas

  • Pets, except service animals

  • Selfie sticks

  • Skateboards, scooters, bicycles, wagons, carts or personal motorized vehicles

  • Tents, canopies or shade structures

  • Weapons or explosives

  • Fireworks

  • Chairs

Bonnaroo notes that the list is subject to change and that security has discretion over items not explicitly listed.

Food, drinks and amenities at Bonnaroo

Bonnaroo is not just a lineup. It is a full camping festival with food, drinks, plazas, vendors, lounges, lockers, guest services, medical support and accessibility resources spread across the farm.

Planning food breaks during lower-conflict time slots means you are not choosing between dinner and a set you have been waiting all day to see. Key amenities across the festival grounds include:

  • Food vendors: Festival food, local options and late-night bites

  • Bars and beverage stations: Spread across the grounds

  • Water refill stations: Complimentary refill stations for reusable bottles

  • Merchandise: Official Bonnaroo merch and artist merch

  • Lockers: Available to reserve from the Bonnaroo site

  • Medical and first aid: Stations throughout the festival

  • ADA/accessibility services: Available through Bonnaroo’s accessibility resources

  • Camping amenities: Vary by camping or accommodation type

Is Bonnaroo cashless?

Plan to bring a credit card, debit card and mobile wallet option. Bonnaroo’s 2026 site and support pages point fans toward digital tools like the app, wristband activation and ticketing resources, so keeping your phone charged matters all weekend.

A charged phone is essential for your ticket, schedule, map, group messages and payments.

Are there water refill stations at Bonnaroo?

Yes. Bonnaroo’s welcome guidance tells fans to bring a reusable water bottle to use at complimentary water refill stations.

Hydration packs are also allowed under the bag policy as long as they are empty when you enter and follow the compartment rules.

Does Bonnaroo allow reentry?

Because Bonnaroo is a camping festival, movement between camping areas and Centeroo is part of the weekend. Exact entry and reentry rules can vary by wristband type, campground access and festival zone, so check the latest Bonnaroo FAQ before you go.

Where to stay for Bonnaroo

Where you stay shapes your entire Bonnaroo weekend. Unlike a city festival where most fans go home after the headliner, Bonnaroo is built around camping on the farm.

  • Primitive Car Camping: Best for the classic Bonnaroo camping experience

  • Carpool Primitive Camping: A group-friendly option for fans arriving together

  • RV Camping: Better for fans who want more comfort and gear

  • Glamping: Higher-comfort camping with upgraded setups

  • Accessible Camping: Designed for fans who need accessible accommodations

  • Groop Camping: Popular for larger groups

  • Community Camping: Built around shared interests and campground community

  • Daily Parking: Best for fans staying off-site and driving in each day

Bonnaroo’s 2026 accommodations include Primitive Car Camping, Glamping, RVs, Backstage Camping, Accessible Camping, Groop Camping, Community Camping and more.

Off-site hotel options exist in Manchester, Tullahoma, Murfreesboro and Nashville, but nearby inventory can move quickly once the lineup is out. If you stay in Nashville, remember that the commute is not just mileage. Festival traffic and post-headliner exits can make the trip feel much longer.

Best tips for attending Bonnaroo 2026

The difference between a great Bonnaroo weekend and a rough one usually comes down to small decisions made before you walk through the gates.

  • Arrive earlier than you think if you are camping

  • Download the official Bonnaroo app before you leave home

  • Screenshot your ticket, schedule, map and campground location

  • Pick a group meetup spot that is not directly in front of a stage

  • Bring a fully charged portable battery

  • Wear shoes you have already broken in

  • Plan food and water breaks before the evening rush

  • Check the Manchester weather forecast each morning

  • Know your Sunday exit plan before the final headliner

  • Leave room for discovery sets, plaza programming and late-night wandering

The best Bonnaroo plans are structured but not overstuffed. Pick your must-sees, give yourself time to get across the farm and leave space for the set you did not expect to love.

How to buy Bonnaroo 2026 tickets on SeatGeek

The difference between watching Bonnaroo clips on your phone Monday morning and actually being on the farm when the headliner opens is not something a screen can replicate. Locking in your tickets early gives you room to plan camping, coordinate travel and build out your full weekend before options get more limited.

SeatGeek shows all-in pricing upfront on every Bonnaroo listing, so the number you see is the number you pay — no surprise fees at checkout. Deal Score rates each listing so you can quickly compare value across GA, GA+, VIP, Platinum, single-day and multi-day options without guessing whether you are overpaying.

  1. Search "Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival" on SeatGeek

  2. Compare available pass options, including single-day, multi-day, GA, GA+, VIP and Platinum where available

  3. Use Deal Score to evaluate ticket value across listings

  4. Review event date, pass type, delivery method and final all-in price

  5. Complete your purchase

  6. Add tickets to your mobile wallet or follow delivery instructions

  7. Plan your arrival, camping, transportation and festival schedule before the weekend

Bonnaroo is the kind of weekend that stays with you long after the last set fades — the sunrise set you almost skipped, the food that hit perfectly after hours in the sun, the artist you had never heard of who turned into the highlight of your Saturday. Plan around your headliners, leave room for the unexpected and let the farm do the rest. Grab your tickets and start building your festival weekend.

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